Scripture highlights several foundational spiritual gifts that build up the church. Prophecy in the Bible primarily meant declaring God’s revealed truth. Today this is seen in faithfully proclaiming Scripture. The gift of service/helps works behind the scenes, meeting practical needs with humility and love. Teaching is the Spirit-empowered ability to understand and clearly explain God’s Word so believers grow in maturity. Exhortation/encouragement comes alongside others to comfort, challenge, and motivate them to live out truth. Together, these (along with the other spiritual gifts that we'll cover in the messages to come) ensure God’s people are instructed, supported, and strengthened to follow Him faithfully.